Life, 1922-06-08 · page 33 of 34
Life — June 8, 1922 — page 33: what you’re looking at
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This page primarily contains **film reviews** and **advertisements** rather than political satire. The "Silent Drama" section reviews contemporary silent films (1920s), including works by stars like John Barrymore, Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin, and Lon Chaney. The reviews are brief critiques—some positive ("splendid performance"), others dismissive ("tiresome farce"). The advertisements include: - **Autoglas**: eyewear for motorists - **Longines Watch**: emphasizing its selection by the U.S. Navy for torpedo boats, positioning it as scientifically superior - **Resinol**: a medical product for skin conditions - **"Your First Car"**: a humorous piece satirizing conflicting advice from motoring friends (wanting a light yet heavy car, enclosed yet open, small yet seating eight) The car piece is mildly satirical—poking fun at how friends give contradictory automotive advice. Otherwise, this is a straightforward entertainment and consumer goods page typical of 1920s *Life* magazine.
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1 those le whofe nseless WL ] Ingram’s } gets a (THE SILENT DRAMA 7) 4 Recent Developments (@% (The regular Silent Drama department will be found on page 24) Sherlock Holmes. United Artists— John Barrymore gives a splendid per- formance as the famous sleuth. The Beauty Shop. Paramount.—A very | tiresome farce swamped in a sea of silly subtitles. : The Paleface. First National—Buster the solemn visage, makes liant attempt to dispel the depression. he doesn’t en the task is hopeless. the Rocks. Paramount— nson and Rodolph Valentino by Elinor Glyn. ask? Well—we, 1 great deal more. oner of Zenda. Metro—Rex roduction of Anthony Hope’s ovel. Well acted and well ot quite as exciting as it Keaton, another \ prevalent succeed, Beyond Gloria Sv in a stor could could a The P for one, romantic set, but might be The Trap. Universal—Lon Chaney manufactures a new thrill with each change of face. The Man From Home. Paramount.— An insipid story, poorly done. Grandma's Boy. Pathé-—Harold Lloyd in a five-reel comedy that is the best thing of its kind since “The Kid.” Smilin’ Through. First National._— Norma Talmadge as a heroine who return-trip ticket across the River Styx Across the Continent. Paramount—A highly entertaining melodrama, with Wallace Reid covering three thousand miles of territory in five thousand feet | of film. Pay Day. First National—A pardon- able lapse in Charlie Chaplin’s triumph- ant career. The Loves of Pharaoh. Paramount.— Night life in Ancient Thebes, described in marvelously dramatic fashion. His Wife’s Husband. Pyramid —The beautiful Betty Blythe in an involved drama about a servant girl who mar- ries a mayor. For Review Next Week— “Trouble ‘Find the Woman,” “Silver IV “N | “The Crossroads of PATENTED MAY 2, 1911 An eye protector of graceful design that adjusts itself comfortably to the wearers face. Gives perfect protection from wind, dust and flying particles and does not detract from the personal appearance or the pleasures of the wearer, Ideal for Motoring, Golf, Tennis, Fishing, Hunting or Trap-shooting. Procurable from Optical, Motor and Sporting Goods Establishments. € will gladly supply the address of your nearest dealer. F. A. HARDY & CO Dept. B, Box 804, Chicago, Ill. What more | HEN you purchase a Ww Longines Watch fer personal use you get the same day in and day out dependability—the same split-second accuracy— that prompted the United States Government to se- lect Longines for use in the Navy. Scientific achievement has produced the perfect time- piece—so perfect—so de- pendable—that it has been selected by the U.S. Gov- The Watch NEW YORK MONTREAL PARIS & THE STANDARD New Time For Old A: WITTNAUER COMPANY ernment for use on Ameri- can torpedo boats. Since 1916 more Longines Watches have passed the tests for torpedo boat serv- ice than those of all other competing firms com- bined. Many exquisite models for ladies and gentlemen. First class jewelers sell and guar- antee Longines Watches. Illustrated booklet and name of dealer nearest you upon request. Your First Car As You Picture It After Asking Advice of Motoring Friends Ir will be above all a light car, to keep down gasoline and oil bills, and quite heavy for the sake of easy riding. It will be enclosed and open to all the good, fresh air and will be quite small, seating eight. The color will be quiet, either burnt orange or canary, with purple running gear. The engine will have four, six and eight cylinders cooled with water and air. It will be a cheap car, costing about $7,000. the RESINOL Soothing and Healing Gives such prompt relief from itching and burning, and so generally succee' in clearing away skin disorders that it has become a standard treatment. comicbooks.com